1. Steps in Writing

1.5. Editing and Proofing

When you are editing your work, you need to:

  • Ensure you have completed all elements of the task that is set.

    • Do you meet the word limit?

    • Are all sections complete?

    • Have your included sufficient referencing.

  • Make sure you don’t have information that isn’t needed.  

  • Is your thesis clear?

  • Does your assignment flow from point to point?

  • Have you used academic language?


When proofreading, you will need to:

  • Check your referencing

  • Check your spelling and grammar

Try this checklist or go back to the section on proofreading on your Open Desk.



Don’t forget you can submit a draft to Smarthinking for feedback.